FA DBS Checks for Clubs

Clubs can now use the Whole Game System (WGS) to administer FA DBS checks for their coaches and club members.

Please remember it is a requirement for any clubs with 16 and 17 year old players that Managers/Coaches (including assistants) and medics (first aiders) have an FA DBS check.

Entering your organisation PIN into WGS

Clubs will need to enter their organisation PIN into WGS in order to start the process of administering FA DBS checks through WGS.


find guidance on how to do this here

Clubs will also need to provide their coaches and clubs members with guidance on how to complete the DBS process through WGS.

find the guidance here

Download guidance HERE on how to set your club up for online verification.

Please complete the Additional Verifier Form if you would like to add more DBS verifiers to your club.

FA DBS Checks for Referees

Guidance for Referees to complete an FA DBS Check can be found HERE.

FA DBS Checks for Coaches

If you are a coach, please speak to your club about obtaining a DBS Check. 

If you do meet the above criteria, please email safeguarding@amateur-fa.com and a member of the team will get back to you.

First Advantage's new Football Association Customer Support Microsite can be accessed here. 

Customers can find information on setting their club/verifiers up and FAQs. The microsite also includes a 'submit a query' section which opens up a query service that goes direct to The FA specific FAD DBS customer support team.